§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether his Department or the North-West regional health authority has investigated allegations made locally that consultants at Oldham and district general hospital have, during the current industrial dispute, facilitated the admission of non-urgent patients to hospital in return for money payments; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth Clarke:I am assured by Oldham health authority that it is satisfied there is no truth in these allegations.